Can Anyone Answer This With Certainty?

[Ranko Kohime]

…it might be the number of LEDs per side…

The ‘25 and up low beam configuration looks identical to the turn of the century GM low/high config, so I thought the high beams were on the first time I saw one.

As for a definitive answer, I will be so bold as to provide one.

In addition to the above, and the headlights of some trucks not being set correctly out of the factory, the increased blue in “white” LEDs creates in the eye the false sense of being brighter, while simultaneously throwing less usable light out. Add to this, adding any weight in the rear starts pivoting the lights up. I haven’t been flashed since I adjusted my lights down to about 20ft in front of me, which is just about right when I’m maxing it out.

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[Ranko Kohime]

Same thing for the idiots who put the emergency flashers on during heavy rain....

That, like in fog, provides a changing (flashing) reference by which cars behind you can better estimate the distance to your vehicle.

 

[Kenv24]

The ‘25 and up low beam configuration looks identical to the turn of the century GM low/high config, so I thought the high beams were on the first time I saw one.

As for a definitive answer, I will be so bold as to provide one.

In addition to the above, and the headlights of some trucks not being set correctly out of the factory, the increased blue in “white” LEDs creates in the eye the false sense of being brighter, while simultaneously throwing less usable light out. Add to this, adding any weight in the rear starts pivoting the lights up. I haven’t been flashed since I adjusted my lights down to about 20ft in front of me, which is just about right when I’m maxing it out.

Soooo.....every new F-250, Maverick, Chevy Tahoe, GMC 1500, etc...are coming out the factory with the headlights NOT aligned properly.??? No way. I'm telling you...for the 100th time....It is the new LED technology and it's pretty simple to understand. It's not the old folks cataracts, not the mis-aligned headlights....It is simply a super bright low beam that I'm getting flashed for...and that I'm flashing others for. There wouldn't be posts all over the Internet if we all needed to go out to our driveways and start adjusting headlights on a BRAND NEW VEHICLE. Not saying it's 100% that are perfect...but it's just not that reason. It's the dam bright lights.

 

[lonewoof]

Sorry to say. If you're looking for absolutes or "certainties" expecting it to come from people's experiences. You're going to be disappointed. The best you're going to get are variables.

@lonewoof
When I rode motorcycles. I would always ride with my high beams on in the daytime.

I still ride my motorcycle and don't use high beams unless I want to catch someone's attention. I maintain my stance. During the daytime high beams are no better than regular low beam headlights.

 

[MakinDoForNow]

Before my cataract surgery headlights appeared as a single large oval of approaching light. After surgery I see two single brighter lights. My replacement lenses were prescription corrected for far focus with no astigmatism or near focus correction. (Medicare did not pay for additional $1800/eye for bifocal lenses so choice was near or far correction and I wear bifocal glasses with astigmatism correction plus anti glare coating necessary for daytime sunlight and nighttime headlight glare reduction.). I don't remember how many but something like 35-40% of drivers have undiagnosed cataracts.

 

[dalola]

That, like in fog, provides a changing (flashing) reference by which cars behind you can better estimate the distance to your vehicle.

That is utter nonsense.

In many states, including Texas, it is potentially illegal.
It confuses other drivers as to what the subject is actually doing.
It's hard to differentiate from braking.
It renders turn signals inoperative.

Just like using hi-beams during the day, it is potentially illegal, unnecessary, and creates a more dangerous situation. There is a reason it is discouraged by EVERY major safety/traffic organization.

DON'T do it.

 

[Richie La.]

That is utter nonsense.

In many states, including Texas, it is potentially illegal.
It confuses other drivers as to what the subject is actually doing.
It's hard to differentiate from braking.
It renders turn signals inoperative.

Just like using hi-beams during the day, it is potentially illegal, unnecessary, and creates a more dangerous situation. There is a reason it is discouraged by EVERY major safety/traffic organization.

DON'T do it.

How do you feel about me turning on my 4 way flashers when traffic starts slowing on the interstates??

 

[Platinum2]

How do you feel about me turning on my 4 way flashers when traffic starts slowing on the interstates??

I wouldn't expect you to do anything less. In fact, you should do more. That you drive a bright orange truck and blind people during daylight hours is simply not enough.

I might suggest you add a PA system, similar to what ice cream trucks use. You could blast some really annoying warning signal to warn others that you have entered the roadway. I would also consider adding multiple white strobe lights to the exterior of your truck. Sync them to the PA system if possible for consistency.

You're definitely going to want to add the strobe taillights like ambulances use and you might as well add reflective tape for good measure. Lastly, get fitted for a good helmet.

These suggestions should keep you safe and visible while simultaneously irritating the rest of the population with maximum affect.

 

[Carlitos_92]

That is utter nonsense.

In many states, including Texas, it is potentially illegal.

Don't be ridiculous. Using the hazards is a common signal used by truckers to warn traffic coming up from behind that traffic is stopped or slowing unexpectedly. That tactic is being adopted by passenger car drivers as well, thankfully. On a high-speed controlled-access highway, unexpected slow-downs or hazards are way more important than directional signaling in that situation.

It's clear that some of you don't get out much, or just have not been paying attention when you do.

 

[Richie La.]

I wouldn't expect you to do anything less. In fact, you should do more. That you drive a bright orange truck and blind people during daylight hours is simply not enough.

I might suggest you add a PA system, similar to what ice cream trucks use. You could blast some really annoying warning signal to warn others that you have entered the roadway. I would also consider adding multiple white strobe lights to the exterior of your truck. Sync them to the PA system if possible for consistency.

You're definitely going to want to add the strobe taillights like ambulances use and you might as well add reflective tape for good measure. Lastly, get fitted for a good helmet.

These suggestions should keep you safe and visible while simultaneously irritating the rest of the population with maximum affect.

I was rear ended when stopped in a construction zone on the interstate, by a dump truck that was bringing material to that construction site. If he was going another 15 mph when he hit me, you wouldn’t even have the pleasure of insulting me in every possible way you can think of. I will ALWAYS use my 4 ways when traffic slows on the interstates. It is without a doubt the responsible and safe thing to do. A local used car dealer and his son were stopped in traffic on the interstate while returning from a car auction and were rammed by a big rig. The car burst into flames and they both died.

 

[JimKivi]

My two cents> Don't be rude; use low beams with oncoming traffic, day or night.

 

[dalola]

Don't be ridiculous. Using the hazards is a common signal used by truckers to warn traffic coming up from behind that traffic is stopped or slowing unexpectedly. That tactic is being adopted by passenger car drivers as well, thankfully. On a high-speed controlled-access highway, unexpected slow-downs or hazards are way more important than directional signaling in that situation.

It's clear that some of you don't get out much, or just have not been paying attention when you do.

Context, people....it's not a general hazard flasher use discussion. The *SPECIFIC* point was using hazard flashers while driving in heavy rain. It is potentially illegal, and stupid. Try to stay on-point.

 

[dalola]

How do you feel about me turning on my 4 way flashers when traffic starts slowing on the interstates??

Perfectly fine in that situation. But that was not the scenario to which the point was made.

 

[BillHanna]

High beams during the day are definitely a distraction, not a safety feature.
As far as 4-way flashers, I use them when traffic stops suddenly, or on a rural road where construction has stopped traffic. Some people just don't realize that something abnormal is going on ahead of them, and the flashers tend to say "wake up, we're stopped here!"
It always amazes me when someone is making a left turn in traffic with no turn signal. The turn signal says to traffic behind him "hey, look out, I'm just sitting here!"

 

[Bdesign]

DRL'S ?? that is their purpose- Mavericks seem to have good DRL'S

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